Civitas Regional LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce in Louisville is an affiliate of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) that seeks to expand opportunities and advancement for the LGBTQ business community across the country. Civitas focuses on LGBTQ+ business certification, education, and networking to strengthen the  regional ecosystem based on the idea that supporting diverse-owned businesses is the foundation of community transformation and economic impact.
Civitas was born out of the desire of many stakeholders from Louisville, Cincinnati, Lexington, and beyond to create a chamber focused on supporting and cultivating a thriving LGBTQ+ community. Civitas is proud to have representation from across the LGBTQ+ spectrum already engaged, knowing there will always be opportunities for growth.